Thanks to political campaigns and debates on immigration, you might have heard of the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA). The Act is a big topic that politicians keep coming back to. But, what is the IRCA, and what does it mean for your business?
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FLSA Statute of Limitations for Back Pay and Beyond
Employees might be entitled to back pay thanks to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The FLSA is a federal law that entitles employees to a minimum wage and overtime wages. When employers don’t give employees at least the minimum wage and overtime wages when required, employees might be able to receive FLSA back pay […]
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The Return of the Social Security No-match Letter: What You Need to Know
Verifying your employees are authorized to work in the United States is one step of the new hire paperwork process. You must gather your employees’ names and Social Security numbers (SSNs) so you can fill out essential documents like payroll reports. But if an employee’s SSN and name don’t match the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) […]
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Have Remote Employees? Get to Know the Requirements for Electronic Labor Law Posters
Being an employer means following labor laws to a T. And when you’re required to follow said laws, you need to display state and federal labor law posters in your workplace so employees know their rights. But, what do you do if you have remote employees and nowhere to physically hang posters? Cue electronic labor […]
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7 Workplace Laws You Can’t Afford to Let Slip Your Mind
Becoming an employer is an exciting time. But, it also comes with a ton of responsibilities, including running payroll, withholding taxes from employee wages, and following oh-so-important workplace laws. But, which workplace and labor laws do your business need to follow?
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Am I an Applicable Large Employer? Get the Answer With This Guide
When you’re an applicable large employer, you have to follow specific rules. But, how do you know if you’re an applicable large employer? And, which regulations do you have to follow? Welcome to your ultimate applicable large employer guide.
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Employee Break Laws on Rest and Meal Periods [Federal & State]
We all need to rest and eat, including your employees. But, do you need to compensate employees for the time they spend resting and eating (aka are breaks required by law to be paid?). To answer this all-important question, you need to know employee break laws.
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What Does the Department of Labor Do?
As a business owner and employer, you need to know about the Department of Labor (DOL), labor laws, and more. That’s a lot of information to remember. Plus, you might have questions. Specifically, you might be asking, What does the Department of Labor do? And, you may be wondering how the DOL’s laws impact you […]
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What You Need to Know About the USERRA Military Leave Policy
When hiring, you may bring in a new employee who is a member of the military. Some employees may be currently enlisted or in the reserves when you hire them. Or, employees may enlist while working for your company. And if an employee needs to take time off for their military service, you must follow […]
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What Is an FEIN? What to Know When Starting a New Business
Running a business means meeting a lot of government requirements and following a number of laws. One of the first things to do when starting your business is apply for an FEIN. But, what is an FEIN? And, do you have to have one? Keep reading to learn the answers to these questions and more.
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